Tag Archives: excessive force

New Update: Ex-Michigan Officer Christopher Schurr’s Murder Trial in Patrick Lyoya Case Faces Dismissal Motion

Ex-Michigan officer Christopher Schurr's murder trial for the shooting of Patrick Lyoya faces a dismissal.....Read more

The Michael Brown Case: A Forensic Re-examination and the Pursuit of Justice

A re-examination of the Michael Brown case, exploring the evidence, legal proceedings, and lasting impact.....Read more

The Violent Clearing of Lafayette Square: A Legal and Ethical Analysis

The forceful clearing of Lafayette Square protesters before Trump's church photo-op sparked outrage and legal.....Read more

New Update: Grand Rapids Police Release Bodycam Footage in Patrick Lyoya Shooting

The Grand Rapids Police Department (GRPD) released bodycam and other video footage on April 13,.....Read more

The Breonna Taylor Case: A Deep Dive into the Federal Charges Against Brett Hankison

Former Louisville officer Brett Hankison faces federal civil rights charges for the deadly raid that.....Read more

Beyoncé Demands Justice for Breonna Taylor: A Deep Dive into the Case and the Fight for Accountability

Beyoncé demands justice for Breonna Taylor, amplifying calls for accountability in the police shooting of.....Read more

New Update: Christopher Schurr Preliminary Hearing Set in Patrick Lyoya Killing

Former Grand Rapids officer Christopher Schurr's preliminary hearing in the Patrick Lyoya killing is set.....Read more

Jury Selection Concluded in Federal Trial of Officers Involved in George Floyd’s Death

A predominantly white jury was swiftly selected for the federal trial of three ex-officers in.....Read more

George Floyd Case: Judge Restricts Evidence of Past Arrests in Derek Chauvin Trial

Judge restricts evidence of George Floyd's past arrests in Derek Chauvin trial, focusing proceedings on.....Read more

Daniel Penny Trial: New Update on NYC Subway Chokehold Case

Daniel Penny's manslaughter trial began, examining his chokehold of Jordan Neely on a NYC subway......Read more

Former Kentucky Officer Brett Hankison Faces Trial in Breonna Taylor Raid

Ex-officer Brett Hankison faces trial for wanton endangerment during the Breonna Taylor raid. This pivotal.....Read more

Derek Chauvin Transferred to Texas Federal Prison, Thomas Lane Released

Derek Chauvin, convicted of murdering George Floyd, has been transferred to a Texas federal prison.....Read more

Patrick Lyoya Killing: New Update on Demands for Justice and Police Transparency

Patrick Lyoya's funeral became a call for justice and police transparency after he was fatally.....Read more

Brett Hankison Trial: Ex-Cop Faces Wanton Endangerment Charges in Breonna Taylor Raid Aftermath

Ex-cop Brett Hankison faces wanton endangerment charges, not homicide, for firing into a neighbor's apartment.....Read more

Breonna Taylor Case: Grand Jury Indicts One Officer for Wanton Endangerment

Breonna Taylor case: One officer indicted for wanton endangerment for firing into neighbors' apartments, not.....Read more

Former Minneapolis Officer Tou Thao Testifies in George Floyd Federal Civil Rights Trial

Tou Thao, charged in George Floyd's death, testified he prioritized crowd control over Floyd's medical.....Read more

Rochester Police Officers Suspended After Pepper Spraying 9-Year-Old Girl

Rochester police officers suspended after bodycam footage showed them pepper-spraying a distraught, handcuffed 9-year-old girl......Read more

Teen’s Arrest at Milwaukee County Zoo Sparks Outrage After Bodycam Footage Shows Altercation With Deputy

Milwaukee zoo bodycam footage shows altercation between a teen and deputy, leading to the minor's.....Read more

Teens Arrested After Altercation With Arkansas Police Officer

A routine Halloween night in Hot Springs, Arkansas, took a turn when a police officer.....Read more

Understanding Bivens Actions: Holding Federal Officials Accountable

Imagine this: a federal agent, let’s call her Agent Smith, decides to search your home.....Read more